Uses | • bacterial Infections (bone/joint/ear/genitourinary/respiratory tracts/skin/soft tissue) (available on site) |
Contraindications, drug interactions or cautions | Contraindications • beta-hemolytic streptococcal and pneumococcal infections, renal impairment Drug Interactions • probenecid, metformin |
Adverse Effects (common and severe) | • diarrhea • allergic reactions • dyspepsia • gastritis • abdominal pain |
Instructions and dose (initial; typical) | 250mg |
Monitoring | • renal function tests in elderly |
Source of Suggestion | WHO Model List of Essential Medicines (Added on August, 2015) |